Question

Jake earned twice as much as Brendan mowing lawns. If Jake earned $36, how much did Brendan earn?

Answer 1

Answer:

$18

Step-by-step explanation:

Set up some equations:

$J=36$

$B \times 2=J$

Solve for B:

$B = J / 2$

Substitute 36 for J:

$B= 36 / 2 = 18$